India is shaped by a long and continuous civilisation — visible in its temples and townscapes, traditions, cuisines, faiths, arts and architecture.
This section gathers writing from journeys across different regions of the country, rooted in time spent on the ground and attention to context. The focus here is not only on where to go, but on how places are built and lived in — through architecture, food traditions, belief systems and local practice.
The posts range from reported features to field-based guides, and exploring cultures across India. The collection continues to expand, shaped by slow travel and sustained return.
Are you looking for a weekend getaway from Delhi? Have you considered visiting Alwar on a visit? Searching for places to visit in Alwar? Fret not! You have come to the right place. For, we have you all covered in this post on the 5 must-visit places in Alwar. Didn’t know that Alwar is a
5 must-visit places in Alwar on a weekend getaway from Delhi Read More »
Chandni Chowk and delectable food go hand in hand. And, a self-guided vegetarian food tour of Chandni Chowk with family, on a Sunday morning in Delhi winters, threw many surprises our way. So, if you are looking for recommendations of food places, Chandni Chowk’s famous food, must try food and best places to eat in
A self-guided vegetarian food tour of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi Read More »
‘Trigart Kangra Valley Festival’ read the invite, and I was a bit puzzled. I pondered over the connection between Kangra valley where the event was happening and the word Trigarth(Trigart) until a simple google search threw me off-guard. The search result made me realize how little I as an Indian knew about this ancient land of
Trigart Kangra Valley Festival- An ode to the richness of Himachal Pradesh Read More »
Read about how Navrathri Bommai Golu is celebrated in the state of TamilNadu(India) ,Golu Padi, Golu theme ideas, and also the history of this doll festival.
The significance of Navrathri Golu or Bommai Golu – South India’s Doll Festival Read More »
A complete guide to the UNESCO Heritage Site of Gangaikondacholapuram Brihadeeswarar temple-one of the Great Living Chola temples of Tamil Nadu, India, that is a treasure trove of Chola sculptures and architectural finesse.
Come with me on a virtual tour of Thirumalai Nayakar Palace or Madurai Palace, where I also share interesting information on its history, discuss Thirumalai Nayak Palace’s architecture apart from giving timings, entry fee and other details.
Thirumalai Nayakar Palace — A stunning heritage structure in Tamil Nadu, India Read More »